Let's have fun in Tulum

Tulum is a coastal resort that can be found on Mayan Riviera and it offers a serene atmosphere to tourists. The city attracts tourists because of its long and wide beaches surrounded by beach clubs where you can simply relax on a hammock or sun lounger and be served with everything you want by servers. The area is also surrounded by cenotes which are derived from the Sacred Well. You are going to find varieties of caves, underground rivers, and springs in this region. Tulum is suitable for all types of travelers from history lovers to outdoor enthusiasts. Some of the best things to do in Tulum are listed below.

The port of Tulum had its peak days between the 1200s and the 1400s and it stays unique for a few decades after the Spanish controls the area. Visiting the ruins should be among the first thing to do in the city as they are intact and the stands out due to their defensive wall. You are going to see walls that are about 5m high with gates while the cliffs form a natural barrier to the eastern part of the city. The highlight of the Tulum ruins is the Temple of the Frescoes which houses haunting paintings on its interior walls with the figurines of the diving god on its façade.

Sian Ka’an means the Origin of the Sky in the Mayan language and it is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Site and biosphere reserve. The region is dotted by tropical forest, mangrove, lagoons, and marshes that are encircled by a barrier reef. The site is popularly known for its ruins as it features over 20 identified archaeological sites that you can explore. It also has rich biodiversity as it houses jaguars, pumas, ocelots, crocodiles, iguanas, tapirs, howler monkeys, and a rich birdlife which makes it a great spot for animal and bird spotting. The best way to explore this park is by joining a guided tour that will take you through the forest and to the lagoon where you will see an abundance of marine lives. You can also snorkel in the safe waters.

Xel-Ha Park is a combination of an aquatic theme park with an archaeological site and it is run by the Xcaret Group. You are going to find this park on a rocky inlet that is known to the Mayans as the place where water is born and was used as a harbor by the Spanish. The park offers natural wildlife experience as you can snorkel in the lagoon that is surrounded by stingrays, barracudas, tangs, parrotfish, etc. You can also try out thrilling activities like riding a zip-line, hiking or cycling through the jungle and exploring the cave systems. If you are not up for an adventure, you can simply float on air tubes or just laze away around hammock or sun lounger.

Explore Playa Paraíso

This is the main public beach in Tulum and it is located under the cliffs just south of the ruins. The beach offers Instagram-worthy sceneries and it is surrounded by coconut palms and beach bars with soft couches and hammocks. The beach features powdery white sands with shallow sea and it is a great destination for all types of tourists. One of the best things to do here is to simply picnic and drink while enjoying the stunning views.

The Gran Cenote attracts lots of tourists and can be found right by the road outside of Tulum. The Gran Cenote is a pair of partially-submerged caves which is enormous and suitable for swimming. It is a family-friendly destination and also a great destination even if you are an inexperienced swimmer. You can then snorkel in its transparent water to enjoy the enchanting rock formations. You should be on the lookout for bats that are flying overhead and the turtles swimming in the water.

Muyil is a great destination to go if you want to discover the Mayan archaeology in a serene atmosphere. This ruin is located about 15 minutes away on the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve and you can either explore it through the tour companies or self-guided. You can access Muyil through raised wooden walkways as it can be found deep in the jungle. If you are lucky, you are going to find howler monkey or spider monkey overhead in the trees. The highlight of the area is the El Castillo monument which is a 17m pyramid with information boards where you can get an insight into the history of the site. You should also make sure you do not miss the observation tower where you can enjoy panoramic views of Sian Ka’an.